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It's a State of Mind

Stop existing. Start living.

By James Boardman

Paperback

£12.99

No matter how jaded and frustrated you feel, there is a way to lead a more fulfilling life. Find out how with this frank and life changing book.

This book is specifically for men who are struggling in life right now. The overwhelming chaos of life is almost unbearable, and amongst it all you're neglecting yourself.Many men wake up one day and wonder how their life has turned into a disaster zone, full of responsibilities and obligations, and no time to truly have fun and be themselves.How much longer are you going to keep waking up to "Groundhog Day", keep telling yourself your do something about it Monday?This book helps you see why your life has gone off the rails and how to reclaim a brighter future.Discover how to:audit your lifeunderstand the cause of your unhappinessprioritise and structure your day to day routine to improve your wellbeinguse regular small short-term goals to make big changes in your life

Biographical Notes

James Boardman is an ex Royal Marine Commando Physical Trainer and Sniper. He's now an expert in helping men unscramble the chaos of life to become the best version of themselves. He runs a hugely successful coaching business on the South Coast of the UK.

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ISBN:
9781529309287

Publication date:
11 Jul 2019

Page count:
192

Imprint:
John Murray Learning

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Authors:

Gelong Thubten

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Authors:

Dave Birss

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Authors:

Sophie Hannah

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Authors:

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Authors:

Hazel Wallace

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Authors:

Aaron Gillies

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Authors:

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Authors:

Esther Perel

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Authors:

Dan Harris

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Authors:

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Authors:

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